Madrid Barajas Airport Travel Guide
Madrid Barajas Airport travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Madrid Barajas Airport is an airport in Madrid. Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 49°F (9°C) in Madrid Barajas Airport with overcast. It feels like 46°F. Today runs from 40°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Madrid Barajas Airport is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is Mediterranean. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 95°F, while December is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), about 300 mi away. Nearby highlights include Museo del Prado, La Concha Beach, Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzin and Alhambra.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 70°F is in line with the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Madrid Barajas Airport today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Madrid Barajas Airport
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 40°29′37″N 3°34′0.5″W (40.4936, -3.5668)
Weather in Madrid Barajas Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:58 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 70° / 40°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 2 mph
⛅ 69° / 45°
Partly cloudy · 11% rain · wind 3 mph
Quick facts about Madrid Barajas Airport
Things to do in Madrid Barajas Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Madrid Barajas Airport.
Best time to visit Madrid Barajas Airport
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 65°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Madrid Barajas Airport
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barcelona El Prat Airport | BCN | 300 mi | Barcelona |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Madrid Barajas Airport?
Madrid Barajas Airport is an airport in Madrid. Its coordinates are 40.4936, -3.5668. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Madrid Barajas Airport right now?
It is currently 49°F (9°C) with overcast. Humidity is 66% and wind is 0 mph.
When is the best time to visit Madrid Barajas Airport?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Madrid Barajas Airport, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Madrid Barajas Airport in?
Madrid Barajas Airport observes Europe/Madrid (UTC+02:00). The local time is 1:58 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The closest airports are Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), 300 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Madrid Barajas Airport?
Popular options include Museo del Prado, La Concha Beach, Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzin and Alhambra.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 1:58 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
